Oncology Doctors in Turkey — Page 6

Harvard-trained spine specialist Prof. Deniz Konya focuses on spinal and brain tumors at Medical Park Göztepe Hospital.

• 76 years of experience of neurosurgical experience
• Board member of Turkish Spine Society and international spine groups
• Published 47 peer-reviewed papers on spinal treatments
• Performs advanced procedures for spinal fractures and deformities

Associate Professor Babek Tabandeh specializes in minimally invasive cancer surgery at Medical Park Göztepe Hospital, with of experience.

• Fellow of the prestigious American College of Surgeons
• Author of 40+ medical publications
• Faculty member at Bahçeşehir University's School of Medicine
• Member of the Liver Transplantation Society

Specializes in complex pancreatic and bile duct cancer surgeries at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals – combining oncological expertise with metabolic surgery techniques.

• Skilled in minimally invasive procedures for gastrointestinal cancers
• Performs advanced breast and thyroid cancer surgeries
• Experienced in bariatric metabolic procedures for related conditions
• Works within a multidisciplinary team for comprehensive cancer care

Dr. Karatas specializes in complex head and neck surgeries with international training from top institutions like Hannover Medical School and The Ohio State University.

• Trained in advanced endoscopic approaches to skull base surgery
• Specializes in thyroidectomy and complex thyroid cases
• Member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery
• Expert in cochlear implants and hearing-related surgeries

Specializes in advanced radiation oncology techniques like IGRT and IMRT – Dr. Sen treats a wide range of cancers at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Expertise in lung, head, neck, and breast cancers
• Uses precise radiosurgery methods (SRS, SABR, SBRT)
• Member of Turkish Radiation Oncology Association
• Honorary member of Turkish Bioethics Association

Dr. Arslan specializes in rare cancers with training from Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's top oncology centers.

• Medical oncology specialist with focus on sarcomas and breast cancer
• Full member of ESMO – follows European treatment protocols
• Trained at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
• Experienced in treating complex cancers including brain tumors

Prof. Ofluoglu specializes in orthopedic oncology with of experience and training at top institutions like the University of Pennsylvania and the University of California.

• Expert in bone and soft tissue tumors for both children and adults
• Trained in Ilizarov surgery for complex bone reconstruction
• Author of 50+ medical documents with over 200 citations
• Member of the European Federation of National Associations of Orthopaedics and Traumatology

Prof. Serkan Deveci leads urology at Medical Park Göztepe and is Section Editor for UpToDate, a major medical resource. He brings high-level expertise from both Turkey and the USA.

• Professor of urology with specialization training in the United States
• Active researcher with 620+ citations to his scientific publications
• Holds memberships in the American Urology Association and North American SMSNA
• Expert in treating complex urological conditions beyond just cancer

Dr. Kupelioglu specializes in gynecologic oncology with extensive training in infertility and family planning.

• Completed specialist training at Istanbul Suleymaniye Obstetrics and Gynecology Education and Research Hospital
• Worked at Ege University Infertility Practice and Research Center
• Established the Infant Center at Istanbul Bahçelievler Medicana Hospital
• Served as Chief Assistant during residency

Prof. Dr. Adem Dervisoglu specializes in minimally invasive surgical techniques, bringing advanced expertise to cervical cancer treatment.

• Trained at top institutions including Ankara University and Istanbul University
• Specialized in minimally invasive techniques at Hamburg
• Holds memberships with leading medical societies
• Extensive experience in clinical trials at San Francisco University

Prof. Kocakoc is a leading radiologist with decades of expertise in diagnostic and interventional oncology at Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital.

• Specializes in advanced imaging for cancer diagnosis
• Fellowship-trained at University Hospital of Cleveland
• Multiple awards from European radiology societies
• Active member of ESGAR and ESUR

Dr. Mehmet Salih Iyikesici is a medical oncologist at Central Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in metabolic supported chemotherapy (MSCT) for breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers. Dr. Iyikesici integrates ketogenic diets and hyperbaric oxygen therapy into cancer care cycles.

• Published peer-reviewed research on MSCT outcomes specifically for rectal cancer.
• Treats complex cases of pancreatic and colorectal cancer using hyperthermia therapy.
• Contributes to international scientific studies on early-stage breast cancer survival.
• Practices at a clinic equipped with AI-powered MRI and CT imaging systems.

Uzm. Dr. Erkan Göcen is a Radiation Oncology Specialist at Çerkezköy Private Optimed Hospital (Optimed Health Group). He graduated from İstanbul University, İstanbul Faculty of Medicine (Çapa) in 2003.

Career: He trained and practiced in Radiation Oncology from 2010 to 2012. He worked in public and private health institutions from 2012 to 2016. He served in the private medical sector as a Radiation Oncology Specialist from 2016 to 2023. He has been at Optimed Hospital since 2024.

Clinical interests: cancers of the brain, head and neck, esophagus, stomach, colorectal, pancreas, prostate, bladder, lung, soft tissues (sarcomas), skin, uterus and cervix, and breast. Affiliations: Turkish Society for Radiation Oncology (TROD) and Tekirdağ Medical Chamber. Languages: English and Turkish.

Specializes in oncoplastic breast surgery – trained in Germany and member of multiple surgical associations.

• Over 29 years of experience of experience in general surgery with a focus on oncology
• Member of the Breast Surgery Association and Endocrine Surgery Association
• Trained in Europe Senology Academia in Düsseldorf and Berlin
• Performs oncoplastic breast surgery and colorectal procedures

Specializes in minimally invasive gynecological surgeries – Dr. Seckin brings advanced laparoscopic techniques to Liv Hospital Ulus.

• Trained at IRCAD Strasbourg – a leader in laparoscopic surgery
• Double-certified in gynecological and endometriosis laparoscopic surgery
• Expert in complex cases like endometriosis and adenomyosis
• Member of European Society of Gynecological Endoscopy
• Published research on innovative laparoscopic procedures

Associate Professor Dr. Serap Kaya specializes in stomach, lung, breast, and bladder cancers at Emsey Hospital, with a strong academic background.

• Trained in Medical Oncology at Kocaeli University
• Experienced in complex cases at top training hospitals
• Supervised by a professor during chemotherapy
• Works alongside a team of specialized oncologists

Specializes in gastrointestinal cancers with advanced laparoscopic and robotic techniques at Liv Hospital Ulus.

• Trained at leading US institutions including USC and University of Colorado
• Expert in minimally invasive colorectal and upper GI cancer surgeries
• Holds rare European Board Fellowship in emergency surgery
• Instructor at international surgical training programs
• Active member of multiple prestigious surgical societies

Performed Europe's first tracheal transplant surgery in Sweden – Dr. Adnansayar pioneers minimally invasive thoracic techniques at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul.

• 36 years of experience of thoracic surgery experience
• Trained in lung transplantation at Zurich University
• Scientific committee member for Turkey's national lung transplant program
• Specializes in robotic-assisted lung cancer surgeries